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Sun, 29 Apr 2012, 10:04
Since last night (28 April), new strombolian activity has been observed from Etna's New SE crater. With all likelihood, this announces another paroxysm to occur in the next few days. This would then be the 26th since 2011 when the series of eruptions began, or the 7th in 2012. - More about Etna volcano
Fri, 27 Apr 2012, 22:23
Nyamuragira volcano in the DR Congo might be forming a new lava lake in its summit caldera. Read all- More about Nyamuragira volcano
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Wed, 25 Apr 2012, 17:37
Active lava flows continue to advance on Kīlauea's coastal plain and have now entered the narrow coastal strip of the National Park known as the Kalapana extension, reaching within 0.9 km /0.6 mi of the Pacific Ocean. Access to this area from the end of Chain of Craters Road within the National Park is estimated to be 8-9km / 5-6 miles EACH WAY, while only about 3 miles each way from the typically upwind Kalapana side (which requires private land access). - More about Kilauea volcano
Mon, 23 Apr 2012, 20:17
11 days following the last eruption, the 25th paroxysm of Etna's New SE crater is happening at the time of writing in the evening 23 April. It started around 16:00 hrs local time with week Strombolian explosions accompanied by a steeply increasing tremor.- More about Etna volcano
Fri, 20 Apr 2012, 22:12
Weak ash emissions from deep strombolian activity within the New SE crater has been observed since last evening (20 April). If the eruption patterns remains more or less the same, a new paroxysm is probably under way within the next days. - More about Etna volcano
Thu, 19 Apr 2012, 16:19
The past week was characterized by an important increase of Popocatéptl volcano's activity in Mexico and one of the Etna's most spectacular recent episodes of fire fountaining. Read allThu, 19 Apr 2012, 10:05
Seismicity at Nevado del Ruiz decreased during 11-15 April then slightly increased during 16-17 April, but remains at elevated levels. Read all- More about Nevado del Ruiz volcano
Thu, 19 Apr 2012, 10:05
Explosive activity at Shiveluch continued during 7-13 April. Ground-based observers and satellite imagery indicated that a viscous lava flow continued to effuse in the crater formed during a 2010 eruption. Read all- More about Shiveluch volcano
Thu, 19 Apr 2012, 10:05
Our friend Richard Roscoe visited Sakurajima volcano from 8-11 April and observed vulcanian eruptions from the Showa crater: www.photovolcanica.com. It was noted that the crater was approximately 20% wider from N to S that in the beginning of 2010. - More about Sakurajima volcano
Thu, 19 Apr 2012, 10:05
Almost daily small plumes were observed during the past week rising less than 1 km. Incandescence at crater was observed from 10-11 April.- More about Puyehue-Cordón Caulle volcano
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Thu, 19 Apr 2012, 10:05
Minor steam-and-gas plumes from Pagan were observed in satellite images during clear periods from 6 to 13 April. - More about Pagan volcano
Thu, 19 Apr 2012, 10:05
During 7-13 April moderate seismic activity from Karymsky continued to be detected, and indicated that possible ash plumes rose to an altitude of 2.5 km (8,200 ft) a.s.l. Read all- More about Karymsky volcano
Thu, 19 Apr 2012, 10:05
The weekly Smithsonian/USGS volcanic activity report summarizes the recent increase of Popocatépetl volcano as follows: Read all- More about Popocatépetl volcano
Thu, 19 Apr 2012, 10:05
- More about Cleveland volcano
Thu, 19 Apr 2012, 07:04
eruption plume from Reventador on 18 April (photo: L. Gomezjurado / IG)
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Thu, 19 Apr 2012, 06:56
According to setyoufreenews.com, Mt Lamington volcano in New Guinea is showing some signs of becoming active. According to the brief news, locals from the community of Popendetta reported "smoke and ash emission on March 25". No original source or other reports could be located so far to confirm new activity. Read all- More about Lamington volcano
Thu, 19 Apr 2012, 02:03
Lava levels in Kīlauea's newest crater, the Overlook Vent within Halema'uma'u, have reached their highest point of 70m / 230ft below the 1974 crater floor, matching conditions in March 2011 just prior to the 5-day Kamoamoa fissure eruption. Glow from the edge of Kīlauea caldera has been strong over the past month, except on exceptionally rainy nights! Speaking of the volcano's summit, it has been swelling significantly over the past 6 months - a total increase of 6cm / 2.4in across the caldera! This is not as fast as the previous 12 months, but still notable! Read all- More about Kilauea volcano
Wed, 18 Apr 2012, 17:45
Eruption column of Tungurahua volcanoon the morning of April 17, 2012
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Wed, 18 Apr 2012, 17:39
CENAPRED has raised the alert status of Popocatépetl to the third highest level (5 out of 7) and considers the possibility of a major eruption. The volcano continues to have elevated levels of seismicity, and produces frequent steam and ash emissions raising about 1 km above the crater. Read all- More about Popocatépetl volcano
Wed, 18 Apr 2012, 10:05
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Tue, 17 Apr 2012, 22:15
The crater lake Kawah Ijen on 7 April 2012 (photo: Andi / VolcanoDiscovery)
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Tue, 17 Apr 2012, 00:30
View of the upper SE flank of Sangay volcano and thermal image showing the various vents at the dome emitting lava flows that form several branches and reach the base of the summit cone (Photo: P. Ramón OVT/IG)
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Tue, 17 Apr 2012, 00:19
Upper western flank of Tungurahua and thermal image from the NE side, with the hot spots corresponding to still hot ejected blocks (photo: P. Ramón OVT/IG)
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Mon, 16 Apr 2012, 21:45
Popocatepetl volcano near Mexico City had one of its largest eruptions this year yesterday 16 April. An explosion produced an ash plume rising 2 km and caused ash fall, up to 7 cm thick, in over 30 communities near the volcano. Strong incandescence can be seen at night from the summit, suggesting that fresh magma is arriving there building up a new lava dome. Read all- More about Popocatépetl volcano
Sun, 15 Apr 2012, 14:40
- More about Etna volcano
Sat, 14 Apr 2012, 09:28
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Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 16:01
The 24th paroxysm occurred today at Etna's New SE crater. The main phase lasted between 16:30-17:15 local time and produced tall lava fountains and a lava flow. - More about Etna volcano
Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 12:56
Another unexciting week in terms of volcanic activity has passed. Read allThu, 12 Apr 2012, 10:05
Over the past weeks, the National Park of Rincón de la Vieja has been observing an increase in volcanic activity, and a small phreatic eruption occurred from the main crater on 11 April. - More about Rincón de la Vieja volcano
Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 10:05
Since January, no plumes, changes or seismic activity were observed around the Tambora caldera. On 9 April the Alert Level was lowered to 1 (on a scale of 1-4).- More about Tambora volcano
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Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 10:05
Explosive activity at Shiveluch continued during 29 March-6 April. A viscous lava flow continued to effuse in the crater formed during a 2010 eruption. Read all- More about Shiveluch volcano
Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 10:05
On 7 April multiple ash clouds from explosions at Santa María drifted 37 km SW and 11 km S. Read all- More about Santiaguito volcano
Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 10:05
During January-8 April only white plumes rose 10-15 m above the Anak Ranakah lava dome and seismicity decreased. On 9 April the Alert Level was lowered to 1 (on a scale of 1-4). - More about Ranakah volcano
Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 10:05
Ash plumes during the past week rose no higher than 450 m above the crater. Incandescence from the crater was also observed.- More about Puyehue-Cordón Caulle volcano
Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 10:05
A gas-and-steam plume extending downwind from Pagan's summit vent was observed during 30 March-6 April. Read all- More about Pagan volcano
Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 10:05
During 4-10 April HVO reported that the circulating lava lake periodically rose and fell in the deep pit within Kilauea's Halema'uma'u Crater. Almost daily measurements indicated that the gas plume from the vent continued to deposit variable amounts of ash, and occasionally fresh spatter, nearby. Read all- More about Kilauea volcano
Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 10:05
- More about Karymsky volcano
Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 10:05
During 9-10 April explosions from Fuego produced ash plumes that rose 100-900 m above the crater and drifted 10-15 km E and SE. Read all- More about Fuego volcano
Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 10:05
AVO reported that a small explosion from Cleveland was detected at 0112 on 4 April by distant seismic stations and infrasound arrays. Weather conditions prevented the detection of a possible eruption cloud in satellite images or by visual observation of the summit. Observations the next day revealed a thermal anomaly and that the 70-m-diameter lava dome had been destroyed by the explosion. This was the third lava dome that was erupted and subsequently destroyed by explosive events since the eruption began in July 2011. Read all- More about Cleveland volcano
Thu, 12 Apr 2012, 08:51
All signs point towards a new paroxysm at Etna's NSEC during the next hours: continuing strombolian activity, steeply rising tremor.- More about Etna volcano
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Wed, 11 Apr 2012, 18:08
Eruption column of Tungurahua's explosion on 11 April 2012
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Wed, 11 Apr 2012, 16:52
After 7 years of closure, following the tragic accident of the roof collapse of the newly built shelter in 2005, the archeological site of Akrotiri on Santorini (Greece) is now open for visitors again.- More about Santorini volcano
Wed, 11 Apr 2012, 13:47
A small earthquake swarm has been occurring at the western margin of the caldera during the past few days. The swarm consists of about 10 quakes of 1-2 magnitude at 7-8 km depth. - More about Santorini volcano
Wed, 11 Apr 2012, 07:30
Strombolian activity has resumed at the New SE crater of Etna last night. Most likely, this is a precursor for a next paroxysm during the coming days.- More about Etna volcano
Tue, 10 Apr 2012, 17:03
The Colombian authorities have declared a red alert for the area around the volcano Nevado del Ruiz and warn the population against the feared mud flows (lahars) that are to be expected in an eruption of the volcano. The status of the volcano itself is described as eruption likely in the coming days or weeks. Read all- More about Nevado del Ruiz volcano
Tue, 10 Apr 2012, 15:27
Ash emission from Tungurahua on 9 April (photo: IG)
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Tue, 10 Apr 2012, 14:30
We have created a new website that provides an easy-to-use interface to view various volcano webcams and some other online data in one site: Read allTue, 10 Apr 2012, 07:40
Ash venting at Krakatau on 7 April 2012 (photo: Øystein Lund Andersen)
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Fri, 6 Apr 2012, 16:42
The new vent at Soufrière Hills volcano (Greg Scott, Caribbean Helicopters)
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Thu, 5 Apr 2012, 16:20
- More about El Hierro volcano
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Thu, 5 Apr 2012, 11:13
Another volcanically relatively quiet week has passed. Some exceptions were April's Fool's day eruption at Etna, and ongoing strong eruptions at Shiveluch in Kamchatka (where activity needs to be colossal to make the news.) Read allThu, 5 Apr 2012, 10:05
IG reported that during 28 March-3 April visual observations of Tungurahua were mostly limited due to cloud cover. Read all- More about Tungurahua volcano
Thu, 5 Apr 2012, 10:05
During the past weeks, only white plumes were seen at Bromo rosing to about 50 m above the crater and seismicity declined. On 30 March the Alert Level was lowered back to 1. - More about Bromo volcano
Thu, 5 Apr 2012, 10:05
Explosive activity at Shiveluch continued during 23-30 March. A viscous lava flow continued to effuse in the crater formed during a 2010 eruption. During 25-26 and 28 March ash plumes rose to an altitude of 7 km (23,000 ft) a.s.l. Satellite imagery showed a weak thermal anomaly daily on the volcano and ash plumes that drifted 192 km E and SE during 25-28 March.- More about Shiveluch volcano
Thu, 5 Apr 2012, 10:05
During the past week, plumes rose no higher than 1.2 km above the crater. Incandescence from the crater was observed every night. - More about Puyehue-Cordón Caulle volcano
Thu, 5 Apr 2012, 10:05
During 23-30 March seismic activity from Karymsky continued to be detected, and indicated that possible ash plumes rose to an altitude of 2.5 km (8,200 ft) a.s.l. during 22-26 March. Satellite imagery showed a thermal anomaly on the volcano almost daily.- More about Karymsky volcano
Thu, 5 Apr 2012, 10:05
Seismicity at Sundoro continued to increase into January after the Alert Level was raised from 1 to 2 (on a scale of 1-4) on 5 December 2011. After the first week of January through 27 March the number of daily earthquakes significantly decreased. The Alert Level was lowered to 1 on 30 March. - More about Sundoro volcano
Thu, 5 Apr 2012, 10:05
CVGHM reported that seismicity at Lewotobi Lakilaki, one of two stratovolcanoes comprising Lewotobi, fluctuated but declined overall during 18 September 2011-25 March 2012. No significant changes were observed at the volcano. Read all- More about Lewotobi volcano
Thu, 5 Apr 2012, 10:05
Seismicity at Iliamna remained above background levels, although just slightly, during 25-27 March. When not obscured by clouds, satellite and web camera views showed nothing unusual. - More about Iliamna volcano
Thu, 5 Apr 2012, 10:05
INSIVUMEH reported that during 31 March-1 April and 3-4 April explosions from Fuego produced ash plumes that rose 500-800 m above the crater and drifted 10 km W and NW. Read all- More about Fuego volcano
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Wed, 4 Apr 2012, 20:11
Some news has appeared about a sudden warming of the Askja volcano caldera lake. It seems that a melt of ice in the caldera lake started in the beginning of March and by the end of March, the lake was completely ice free. Read all- More about Askja volcano
Wed, 4 Apr 2012, 14:43
During the past days, a new earthquake swarm has been occurring near Santorini. This time, it is in an unusual location about 15 km south of the island, not on the principal volcano-tectonic SW-NE line crossing the caldera.- More about Santorini volcano
Wed, 4 Apr 2012, 10:05
incandescence in the crater (04/04/2012)
- More about Popocatépetl volcano
Tue, 3 Apr 2012, 17:02
Nevado del Ruiz seems to be getting closer to a new eruption. INGEOMINAS reports that during the last week, there has been a significant increase in the activity of the volcano, which can be summarized as follows: Read all- More about Nevado del Ruiz volcano
Tue, 3 Apr 2012, 07:38
Lava lake of Ambrym volcano (Marum crater, photo: Ulla Lohmann)
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Mon, 2 Apr 2012, 10:05
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory reports a significant decrease in the activity of Soufrière Hills volcano. Read all- More about Soufriere Hills volcano
Sun, 1 Apr 2012, 08:25
What already had been becoming evident late last night, the 23rd paroxysm of Etna's New SE crater occurred early during the second half of the night to 1st April. Read all- More about Etna volcano
